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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** TEKSYSTEMS INC. - **Location:** Bradenton, FL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $62,400.0 - $87,360.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** LTE (Telecommunication), Wireless LAN, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Border Gateway Protocol, VoIP, Business Systems, Catalyst (Software), Cisco IOS, System Configuration, Data Centers, Distributed Systems, Dynamic Multipoint Virtual Private Networks, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Failover, Monitoring of Systems, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Troubleshooting, NetFlow, Network Architecture, Network Installation Services, Routing, Network Service, Packet Analyzer, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Ansible, Simple Network Management Protocols, Syslog, TCP/IP, Traffic Analysis, Wireshark, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Wireless Access Point, Network Routers, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Computer Network Operations, Nx-os, Firewalls (Computer Science), Documentation System, SolarWinds (Software), TACACS+ Protocol, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco - **Published:** October 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3448865817&tx=JR8377FFJ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role 3+ years of hands-on experience supporting enterprise, retail, campus, WAN, wireless, or multi-site network environments. Cisco CCNA certification required Strong working knowledge of routing, switching, TCP/IP, VLANs, wireless, WAN, VPN, monitoring, and network troubleshooting methodologies. Experience configuring, supporting, and troubleshooting Cisco network environments. Experience supporting distributed environments such as retail stores, branch offices, distribution centers, or other multi-site operations. Strong analytical, documentation, communication, organizational, and follow-through skills. Ability to participate in on-call support, maintenance windows, and after-hours work as required. Preferred Skills (Nice to Have) Palo Alto certification or equivalent practical experience preferred. Experience with Cradlepoint/Ericsson cellular networking, LTE/5G failover, or wireless WAN solutions. Exposure to SD-WAN, DMVPN, cloud connectivity, or similar enterprise connectivity technologies. Exposure to network automation or scripting using Python, Ansible, APIs, or similar tools. Experience with Cisco Unified Communications, VoIP, Zoom Phone, Zoom Rooms, or related collaboration services preferred. Success Measures (What Good Looks Like), Occasional work in data center, office, distribution, or store environments; ability to lift up to 50 pounds may be required Skills cisco routing, cisco switching, Wireless / LAN / WAN Networking, network troubleshooting, network implementation, ccna, Cradlepoint / 5G/LTE, network automation, retail experience Top Skills Details cisco routing,cisco switching,Wireless / LAN / WAN Networking,network troubleshooting,network implementation,ccna Additional Skills & Qualifications * Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation approximately one week per month * Must be comfortable working onsite in Bradenton, FL during initial onboarding and transitioning to a hybrid schedule afterward, Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. ## Description Hands-on Network Engineer Contractor to support the deployment, operation, troubleshooting, and documentation of network services that connect our stores, corporate offices, distribution operations, and business systems. This contract role is focused on execution, reliability, and operational support across a distributed retail network environment. The engineer will assist with store network refreshes, connectivity turnups, wireless and WAN validation, incident response, and day-to-day support of data, voice, wireless, and edge connectivity services., Store Network Deployment & Refresh Deploy, configure, and validate store network infrastructure including routers, switches, wireless access points, and LTE/Cradlepoint connectivity. Support LAN, WAN, WLAN, and edge connectivity refreshes across retail locations, ensuring implementations follow established standards and change procedures. Validate store connectivity, wireless coverage, routing, failover, and application access to confirm sites are ready for production use. Network Operations & Troubleshooting Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve network performance, availability, routing, switching, wireless, WAN, SD-WAN, and voice connectivity issues. Perform packet capture, traffic analysis, and root-cause investigation using tools such as Wireshark, NetFlow, and enterprise monitoring platforms. Support incident response, escalations, maintenance windows, and after-hours work as business needs require. Assist with daily operational support of network data, voice, wireless, and telephony systems used across the business. Documentation, Standards & Operational Support Create and maintain accurate documentation for network deployments, configuration changes, diagrams, support notes, and implementation activities. Log work activities, report status, track issues, and communicate progress clearly with Network Engineering leadership and project stakeholders. Assist with monitoring, alert review, configuration validation, and operational improvements that improve consistency and reliability across the environment. Participate in on-call support and perform non-business-hours work as requirements or business needs dictate. Technical Environment Network Platforms: Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, NX-OS, Catalyst, Nexus, ACI, and related enterprise networking platforms. Routing & Connectivity: TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, IPSec, VPN, SD-WAN, DMVPN, DIA, broadband, and cellular failover. Wireless: Cisco WLC, enterprise WLAN, 802.11 standards, RF fundamentals, and wireless troubleshooting. Security & Access: TACACS+, RADIUS, ISE/ACS, secure management access, segmentation, and firewall-adjacent troubleshooting. Retail Edge: Cradlepoint/Ericsson cellular networking, LTE/5G routers, branch connectivity, and store network turn-ups. Tools: Wireshark, NetFlow, SNMP, syslog, SolarWinds or similar monitoring platforms, and configuration documentation tools., Store network deployments, refreshes, and turn-ups are completed accurately, consistently, and with minimal business disruption. Network incidents are resolved quickly, repeat issues are documented, and root-cause findings are used to improve operational reliability. Documentation, diagrams, status updates, and implementation notes are accurate, current, and useful for ongoing support. Store, corporate, and distribution connectivity remains stable, monitored, and aligned with business requirements. Work Structure & Expectations Onsite contractor role based in Bradenton, FL, with support as needed for corporate, store, distribution, or project-related work. Works closely with Network Engineering leadership, internal IT teams, vendors, store support, and business stakeholders.